Dylan Zylla - M.D.

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As a medical oncologist and hematologist, I value the relationships I develop with patients who have cancer or blood disorders. I strive to provide clear explanations of complex and often frightening diagnoses and support both patients and their families with the compassion they deserve. My goal is to provide quality, evidence-based medicine that maximizes the opportunity to combat disease, while also preserving one's quality of life. My research interest is to determine how the control of cancer pain may improve clinical outcomes, specifically in patients with cancer of the breast, lung, prostate and colon. I utilize skills from my Masters in Clinical Research to coordinate clinical trials that I hope will improve patient care, relieve suffering, and help advance our understanding of cancer.

My research interests focus on cancer pain, opioid medications, and how each may affect clinical outcomes in patients with advanced cancer of the breast, lung, prostate and colon. I also coordinate many of the clinical trials available to our patients at the Frauenshuh Cancer Center.

I live in Minneapolis with my wife, whose career in public health keeps me aware of the broader health care needs of the community, and two daughters. I enjoy running, biking and home improvement projects. I completed my first triathlon in 2011 and continue to play on softball and basketball teams with friends from medical school. Staying active helps keep me in shape for the marathon Barbie sessions I play with my daughters.